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Austin Mediterranean-Style Homes for Sale

History of Mediterranean Design

An assortment of influences from Mediterranean countries, particularly France, Italy and Spain can be found in the architectural style and design that today carries the same name. This style of architecture in North America was extremely popular from the 1920s-1940s, emulating haciendas in the Spanish New World with red-clay tiled roofs, verandas and arches, and unsmoothed plaster to resemble the adobe design. The Mediterranean-style of architecture was popular in California, Florida, and Texas — states with many Spanish histories.

Over time, embellishments from other European countries such as Greece and the Balkans could be found in the houses. Asian flourishes from Cypress, Lebanon, and Turkey joined North African countries like Morocco and Tunisia in the fusion. To this day, many stylish and ornate homes that combine design elements from any of those countries are categorized as Mediterranean homes due to the blended cultural influences from those regions.

$2,100,000

Sophisticated Home Located In The Gated Community Of Woods I In Barton Creek. While The Exterior Remains True To Its Mediterranean Roots The Interior Has Been Lovingly Remodeled Over The Past 5 Years. This 6 Bedroom Home Has Both Master And Guest...

$1,850,000

Details Make The Difference And This Stunning Spanish-mediterranean Style Home With An Unobstructed Backdrop Of Lake Travis And Hill Country Views Does Not Disappoint. 3 Living Areas, Chef's Kitchen With Wolf Commerical Range And Oversized Island....

$760,000

Luxury And Quality Are Reflected In Every Aspect Of This Immaculate, Mediterranean-style, 2-story Home Located In A Gated Golf Course Community. The Main Level Features A Large Gourmet Kitchen And Breakfast Area Which Opens To The Resort-like Back...

$325,000

Original Sendero Hills Mediterranean-style Home Features Stucco Exterior, Terra Cotta-like Tile Roof And A View Of Downtown Austin. Relax On The Second Floor Balcony And Take In Sunsets Over Austin. The Bonus Area Is A Loft Setting, Perfect For A ...

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Austin Mediterranean-Style Real Estate

Mediterranean architecture in Austin is typically Neo-Mediterranean, having borrowed main design elements such as stucco, rustic wooden beams, terracotta roof tiles, stunningly carved doors, arches over doorways, mosaics and ceramic tiles. Interested home buyers will also find large picture windows and verandas, wrought iron finishings and fixtures, and a color scheme of soft neutrals, added to a hacienda or ranch design.

Capturing the high end of the market, architects in Austin incorporate vaulted ceilings, open Chef's kitchens, opulent patios and courtyards, in-ground pools with mosaic floors, romantic verandas with wrought-iron fixtures, and covered outdoor areas to create a home with a seamless flow from indoors to out.

Mediterranean architecture's roots grew over centuries in the southern regions of Europe. Depending on the area of Europe, this style takes on a different flair.

With such timeless and striking designs, Austin mediterranean-style homes have innate curb appeal, but you'll notice many homeowners make great efforts in growing their gardens into a romantic setting. Elegantly manicured grounds decorated with Cypress trees, palms, lavender and Jerusalem sage complete terraced gardens.

Benefits of Living in Austin Mediterranean-Style Homes

Austin Mediterranean-style homes benefit from Stucco for its sustainability factor as well as an excellent fire-resistant material. Thick stucco walls help to insulate these styles of homes, ideal for Austin's climate. Clay roof tiles are designed for warmer climates and will last for a century or more. Flooring is often made of granite, terracotta or marble tiles to keep the house cool. Kitchen walls are typically made of limestone materials to allow breathing.

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Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS) from December 19th, 2018 at 2:15am CST. Neither the Board nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein "AS IS" and without any warranty, express or implied. Data maintained by the Board or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

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